Miscellaneous Cape Girardeau County, Missouri Obituaries

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Alvin “Jake” Clingingsmith Visitation: Friday, January 30th, between 4-8 PM, at the McCombs Funeral Home in Jackson Service: Saturday, January 31st, at 10:00 AM, at the funeral home Alvin “Jake” Clingingsmith, 84, of Jackson, passed away Tuesday, January 27, 2004, at the St. Francis Hospital in Cape Girardeau. He was born June 8, 1919, in Neelys Landing, Missouri, the son of Charles F. and Bessie Lou Sides Clingingsmith. He and Alma Hanselmann were married June 29, 1943, in Jackson. Jake was inducted into the U.S. Army on October 16, 1942 and served in the Asiatic and Pacific Theatres during WWII. He was honorably discharged on December 13, 1945. He worked at the former Jackson Handle Factory, Penzel Construction, the former Jackson Lumber Company. He then worked 33 years for the City of Jackson as the power plant operator and then for the fire department, retiring in 1982. He also owned and operated Jake’s Water Service for 33 years, retiring in 1992. He was a member of Emanuel United Church of Christ in Jackson, formerly serving on the church counsel and active in the Men’s Fellowship. He was a 56-year member of the Altenthal-Joerns American Legion Post #158 in Jackson, the Excelsior Lodge #441 in Jackson, and the Sword of Bunker Hill. Loving survivors include his wife, Alma of Jackson; a son, Robert Clingingsmith of Norfolk, Arkansas; two daughters and sons-in-law, Connie and Roger Friedrich of Cape Girardeau, Debbie and Teddy Scholl of Jackson; and a sister, Helen Humes of Jackson. Also surviving are 9 grandchildren, Nicole Hazelwood and husband Tommy, Keely and Kyle Clingingsmith, Shannon and Blake Friedrich, Andrew, Jacob, Amanda, and Joshua Scholl; and two great-grandchildren, Brittany Hazelwood and Layne Friedrich. He was preceded in death by a daughter-in-law, Karen Clingingsmith; one brother, George Clingingsmith; and two sisters, Beulah Dickerson, and Onis Sides. Friends may call Friday, January 30th, between 4-8 PM, at the McCombs Funeral Home in Jackson. An American Legion Service will be held at 7 PM. Funeral Service will be Saturday, January 31st, at 10:00 AM, at the funeral home, with Rev. Sam Roethemeyer officiating. Interment will follow in St. John’s Cemetery near Fruitland with graveside military honors. Expressions of sympathy may take the form of contributions to Emanuel United Church of Christ, St. John’s Cemetery Fund, or New Bethel Cemetery Fund. Roy Lee Huffman Visitation: Sunday, January 11th, from 2-4 PM King-Lynk Funeral Home in Fort Madison, Iowa Service: Monday, January 12th, at 10:30 AM, at the Denmark Congregational United Church of Christ in Denmark, Roy Lee Huffman, 58, of Jackson died Friday, January 9, 2004, at his home. He was born April 5, 1945, in Fort Madison, Iowa, son of Hazen and Lucille Derr Huffman. On August 24, 1972, he married Cheryl Davis. Huffman served in the U.S. Air Force during the Vietnam War. He was a general superintendent for Fru-Con Construction Company. Loving survivors include his wife of Jackson; one son, Dyrk Huffman of Charleston,WV; one daughter, Brandi Huffman of Cape Girardeau, MO; his mother, Lucille Brinkshroeder of Fort Madison, IA; two brothers, Rex Huffman of Jacksonville, FL, and Ray Huffman of Pacific, MO; and two grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his father and one brother. Friends may call from 2-4 PM, Sunday, January 11th, at King-Lynk Funeral Home in Fort Madison, Iowa. Funeral Service will be Monday, January 12th, at 10:30 AM, at the Denmark Congregational United Church of Christ in Denmark, Iowa, with Rev. Daniel Moore officiating. Burial will be in the Denmark Cemetery. Edith Haman Heath Visitation: Private family remembrance Service: Edith Haman Heath, 94, of Cape Girardeau, died Thursday, January 22, 2004 at the Fountainbleau Lodge. She was born July 3, 1909, in Cape Girardeau, daughter of William Christian and Adeline (Addie) Bennett Haman. She was married to Walter W. (“Chick”) Heath at Jonesboro, Illinois on May 22, 1928. He preceded her in death January 31, 1973. Heath was a member of Grace United Methodist Church in Cape Girardeau. She is survived by one son, Air Force Major Robert E. Heath, Ret., and his wife, Helen, of rural Cape Girardeau County; two daughters, Carol Tritschler of Cape Girardeau and Patricia Ann Smith and husband, J. Hugh Smith of Cape Girardeau; 15 grandchildren, 22 great-grandchildren and several great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, a daughter, Barbara LiVigni, a brother, and two sisters. A private family remembrance will be held at a later date. Expressions of sympathy may take the form of contributions to Southeast Hospice. Virginia Willetta Askew Visitation: Friday, January 23rd, between 9 - 11:30 AM, at the McCombs Funeral Home in Jackson Service: graveside funeral service will be Friday, at 1:30 PM, at the Mount Pleasant Cemetery near Marion, Il Virginia Willetta Askew, 82, of Jackson, passed away Wednesday, January 21, 2004, at the Monticello House in Jackson. She was born December 7, 1921, in Burfordville, daughter of Dennis A. and Carrie Z. Helderman. On July 20, 1946, she and Beaven J. Askew were married, in Mississippi County, Arkansas. He passed away October 28, 1978. Virginia was a graduate of the former Patton High School. She then worked in the “Rosie the Riveter” work force at the small arms plant in St. Louis during WWII. She later worked as a Psychiatric Technician at Pacific State Hospital of California. She was a member of Whitewater Methodist Church, its UMW, and Star Homemakers Club in Crump. Loving survivors include a son, Michael D. Askew of California; three step-children, James and David Askew, and Marilyn Edmondson, all of Marion, Ill.; two sisters, Oma A. Hedge of Labadie, Mo. and Wanda L. McElreath of Burfordville; an aunt, Annis Short of Jackson; nine grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren. In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by a grandson; and two brothers. Friends may call Friday, January 23rd, between 9 - 11:30 AM, at the McCombs Funeral Home in Jackson. A graveside funeral service will be Friday, at 1:30 PM, at the Mount Pleasant Cemetery near Marion, Ill. Janice Lynn Meyr Visitation: Wednesday, January 14th, between 4-8 PM, at the McCombs Funeral Home in Jackson Service: Thursday, January 15, at 10 AM, at Immanuel Lutheran Church in New Wells, MO Janice Lynn Meyr, 52, of New Wells, passed away Monday, January 12, 2004, at her home. She was born December 7, 1951, in Perry County, Missouri, daughter of Willard and Amanda Detjen Steffens. On January 23, 1971, she and Ron Meyr were married at Immanuel Lutheran Church in Altenburg. They would have celebrated 33 years of marriage next week. Janice was baptized and confirmed at Immanuel Lutheran Church in Altenburg. She and Ron were members of Immanuel Lutheran Church in New Wells. Janice was active in the LWML, taught Sunday School 32 years, and had been a youth group leader. She was previously employed at Steffens Orchard in Altenburg, Riverside Lumber, and Fruitland Dressed Meats. The past five years, she had worked at the Pocahontas Post Office until stricken by her illness. The many hobbies she enjoyed included hiking, photography, reading, and gardening; but her beloved family was her true joy. Loving survivors include her husband; five children, Brad Meyr and wife Kristi of New Wells, Penny Eatherton and husband Benjamin of Pocahontas, Josh Meyr of St. Louis, Jena Mabry and husband Branson of Altenburg, Paula Niedbalski and husband Scott of New Wells; five grandchildren, Chelsea and Ashlee Eatherton, Cody Schoenebeck, Amanda Mabry, and Bryn Meyr. She is also survived by her mother of Altenburg; and three siblings, Vickie Goetz of Chaffee, Christine Schlichting of Altenburg, and James Steffens of Perryville. She was preceded in death by her father, and a nephew, Steven Goetz. Friends may call Wednesday, January 14th, between 4-8 PM, at the McCombs Funeral Home in Jackson and Thursday, January 15th, after 9 AM, at Immanuel Lutheran Church in New Wells. Funeral Service will be Thursday, at 10 AM, at the church, with Rev. Walter Patzwitz officiating. Interment will follow at the church cemetery with Ryan and Kevin Goetz, Brian Schlichting, Travis Steffens, Tim Schaupert, and Matt Richter serving as pallbearers. Expressions of sympathy may take the form of contributions to Immanuel Lutheran Tuition Fund, or the charity of your choice. Junior Martin “Pete” Hanschen Visitation: Tuesday, January 13 between 4-8 PM, at the McCombs Funeral Home in Jackson Service: Wednesday, at 10:30 AM at the Christ Lutheran Church in Gordonville Junior Martin “Pete” Hanschen, age 80, of Gordonville, MO passed away Monday, January 12, 2004 at his home. He was born January 19, 1923, in Gordonville, son of Martin and Clara Eggers Hanschen. He and Doris Albin were married January 19, 1946. She survives. Hanschen attended the former Gordonville School and was a 1941 graduate of Jackson High School. He worked 33 years at the International Shoe Co. in Jackson, 10 years at Proctor and Gamble, retiring in 1984. He was a lifetime member of Christ Lutheran Church in Gordonville. Survivors include; three daughters, Sheila Kaiser and Miriam Mouser, both of Gordonville, Barbara Cody of West Plains, MO; one brother, Edward Hanschen of Gordonville; three sisters, Sarah Borchelt of Cape Girardeau, Minnie Whitler and Maggie Williams, both of Gordonville; six grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren. He was preceded by his parents and one brother. Friends may call Tuesday, January 13 between 4-8 PM, at the McCombs Funeral Home in Jackson and Wednesday, January 14 after 9:30 AM at the Christ Lutheran Church in Gordonville. Funeral Service will be Wednesday, at 10:30 AM at the church, with Rev. Gary Hoffstetter officiating. Interment will follow in Christ Lutheran Cemetery with graveside military honors. Expressions of sympathy may take the form of contributions to Christ Lutheran Church or Teen Challenge. Rettia M. Crites Visitation: 4-8 PM, Friday, January 2nd, McCombs, Jackson Service: 11:00 AM, Saturday, January 3rd, McCombs, Jackson Rettia M. Crites, 82, of Daisy, passed away Wednesday, December 31, 2003, at Heartland Care and Rehab in Cape Girardeau. She was born September 3, 1921, in Daisy, daughter of Phillip and Rebecca Propst Sebaugh. She and Alfred R. Crites were married October 12, 1940. He passed away October 1, 1993. Since June, Rettia had lived at Heartland Care & Rehab in Cape Girardeau; but she was a lifelong resident of Daisy, where she and Alfred farmed many years. She also was a lifelong member of Sargen’t Chapel Church, a former Sunday School and Vacation Bible School teacher. She was a member of the Critesville Homemakers Club and cooked at the former Critesville School in Daisy. Loving survivors include two sons and daughters-in-law, Larry and Doris Crites and Gale and Sandy Crites all of Jackson; a daughter and son-in-law, Carolyn and Wayne Ludwig of Jackson; a daughter-in-law, Brenda Leimbach and husband Rusby of Jackson. Also surviving are eight grandchildren, Tim Crites and wife Marlene of Jackson, Lisa Coleman of Jackson, Terry Crites of Belleville, Ill., Jeff and Andrea Crites of Jackson, Tammy Crites of Jackson, Julie Rushing and husband Todd and Amy Ramsey and husband Bill, all of Jackson; and nine great-grandchildren, Linda, April, Stephanie, and Justin Crites, Colby and Brady Coleman, Colby Rushing, Alyssa and Blake Ramsey. In addition to her husband, she was also preceded by a son, Dale Crites; and one sister, Ocia Crites. Friends may call Friday, January 2nd, between 4-8 PM, at the McCombs Funeral Home in Jackson. Funeral Service will be Saturday, January 3rd, at 11 AM, at the funeral home, with Rev. Albert Nyland officiating. Interment will be in Russell Heights Cemetery. Expressions of sympathy may take the form of contributions to Sargent’s Chapel Cemetery Fund or the American Cancer Society. Elmer R. Reisenbichler Visitation: 4-8 PM, Thursday, January 1st, McCombs, Jackson Service: 10 AM, Friday, January 2nd, Zion Lutheran Church, Pocahontas Elmer R. Reisenbichler, 88, of Pocahontas, passed away Tuesday, December 30, 2003, at the Lutheran Home in Cape Girardeau. He was born May 6, 1915, in Pocahontas, son of Rudolf and Lena Tanz Reisenbichler. He and Lillian Wachter were married May 23, 1943. Elmer farmed near Pocahontas all his life. He was a lifelong member of Zion Lutheran Church in Pocahontas and held various church offices through the years. He was active in the leadership of the 4-H Jr. Leaders for over 40 years and was a former committee member for Cape County ASCS Office. Loving survivors include his wife; a daughter, Darlene Bannister of Kerrville, Texas; a son, Don Reisenbichler of Jackson; a brother, Melvin Reisenbichler of Three Oaks, Michigan; three grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by a brother and a sister. Friends may call Thursday, January 1, 2004, between 4-8 PM, at the McCombs Funeral Home in Jackson, and Friday, January 2nd, after 9 AM, at Zion Church in Pocahontas. Funeral Service will be Friday, at 10 AM, at the church, with Rev. Robert Mann officiating. Interment will follow in the church cemetery. Expressions of sympathy may take the form of contributions to the Lutheran Home of Saxony Lutheran High School. Delvin Edward Roth Visitation: Friday, January 2, 2004, after 12:30 PM, at the McCombs Funeral Home in Cape Service: Friday, January 2 at 2:00 PM at the Funeral Home Delvin Edward Roth, age 75, passed away Wednesday, December 31, 2003, at Southeast Missouri Hospital. Roth was born September 24, 1928 in Cape Girardeau, MO, the son of Walter and Cora Koeppel Roth. Survivors include one brother, Franklin Roth of Camarillo, CA; three sisters, Brenda Shannon of Cape Girardeau, Marcella Buffington of Lake Havasu City, AZ, Eleanor Kindred of Biloxi, MS, and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded by two brothers. He was a 1947 graduate of Cape Central High School. He worked over 37 years for Goodwin Printing Company in St. Louis, MO, retiring in 1990. He was a Private First Class in the U.S. Army, serving from March 13, 1951 to March 4, 1953. Friends may call Friday, January 2, 2004, after 12:30 PM, at the McCombs Funeral Home in Cape. Funeral Service will be Friday, January 2 at 2:00 PM at the Funeral Home, with Rev. Raymond McAfee officiating. Glen H. Friedrich Visitation: Saturday, December 27th, between 5-8 PM, at the McCombs Funeral Home in Jackson, MO Service: Sunday, December 28th, at 2 PM at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Jackson, MO Glen H. Friedrich, age 80, passed away Wednesday, December 24, 2003, at the St. Francis Medical Center in Cape Girardeau. Mr. Friedrich was born May 13, 1923, at Advance, Mo, the son Charley and Agnes Barker Friedrich. On March 8, 1949 he married Velma Corrine Gloth. She died August 1, 1997. Survivors include two daughters, Lorene Backfish of Benton, Mo and Linda Putz of Millersville, Mo; three brothers Harl Friedrich of Whitewater, Mo, Earl Friedrich of Jackson, Mo, and Vincent Friedrich of Oak Ridge; one sister, Vivian Schneider of Jackson; five grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by one sister and one brother. Mr. Friedrich was a veteran of WWII having served in the US Army from 1944-1946. He was a member of American Legion Post # 158 in Jackson and also was a member of St. Paul Lutheran Church since 1947. Mr. Friedrich farmed near Oak Ridge most of his life and has been a resident at the Veteran’s Home in Cape since August 2003. Friends may call Saturday, December 27th, between 5-8 PM, at the McCombs Funeral Home in Jackson and after 1 PM Sunday at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Jackson. An American Legion Service will be held at 7 PM Saturday. Funeral Service will be Sunday, December 28th, at 2 PM, at the church, with Rev. David Johnson officiating. Interment will follow in Cape County Memorial Park Cemetery. There will be a Military Graveside Honors service. Edna Mae Allen Visitation: 4-8 PM, Monday, December 22nd, McCombs, Jackson Service: 11 AM, Tuesday, December 23rd, First Presbyterian Church, Jackson Edna Mae Allen, 91, of Jackson, passed away Sunday, December 21, 2003, at Southeast Missouri Hospital in Cape Girardeau. She was born October 9, 1912, at Gordonville, Mo., daughter of Otto T. and Lillie May Harmon Miller. On August 5, 1946, she and Cleo Allen were married in Jackson. He preceded her in death October 26, 1967. Edna and Cleo lived in Caruthersville from 1946 – 1952, and in Riverside, Ca. from 1952 – 1967. After Cleo died, Edna moved to Jackson where she owned and operated the former Edna Mae’s Beauty Shop from 1968 – 1976. She was a member of First Presbyterian Church in Jackson. Loving survivors include a son, Steven Allen of Encinitas, Ca.; a sister, Louise Nickerson of Saugerties, NY; and three grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a brother and three sisters. Friends may call Monday, December 22, 2003, between 4-8 PM, at the McCombs Funeral Home in Jackson. Funeral Service will be Tuesday, December 23rd, at 11 AM, at First Presbyterian Church with Rev. Grant Gillard officiating. Burial will be in Russell Heights Cemetery. Expressions of sympathy may take the form of contributions to First Presbyterian Church or American Heart Association. Harold "Tom" Holloway Visitation: 4-8 PM, Sunday, Dec. 21st, McCombs, Jackson Service: 11 AM, Monday, December 22nd, McCombs, Jackson Harold “Tom” Holloway, 83, of Jackson, passed away Saturday, December 20, 2003, at the Missouri Veterans’ Home in Cape Girardeau. He was born February 3, 1920, in Illmo, Mo., son of Ulysses and Della Mae Anderson Holloway. He and Juanita Crader were married April 22, 1950. They celebrated 53 years of marriage in April. Tom served in the U.S. Marine Corps during WWII. He was a member of Teamsters Local #604 in St. Louis and drove 22 years for Complete Auto Transit, retiring in 1978. He then worked as a boiler room engineer at Southeast Missouri Hospital in Cape Girardeau; as a chauffer at Chateau Girardeau; and at County Mart in Jackson. In 1994, after suffering a stroke and heart attack, he was forced to quit working. He had lived at the Veterans Home four years. He was a member of the American Legion and VFW in Cape Girardeau. Loving survivors include his wife; two sons, Ivan and Larry Holloway of Jackson; three daughters, Wanda Varney of Jackson, Judy Beattie-Hicks of Cape Girardeau, and Doris Woods of Benton; 23 grandchildren; and 14 great-grandchildren; and a great-great-granddaughter. He was preceded in death by two sons, four brothers, and two sisters. Friends may call Sunday, December 21st, between 4-8 PM, at the McCombs Funeral Home in Jackson. Funeral Service will be Monday, December 22nd, at 11 AM, at the funeral home, with Rev. Charles Lance officiating. Burial will be in Fairmount Cemetery in Cape Girardeau, with a military honors service. Homer I. Markhart Visitation: Saturday, December 20, between 4-8 PM, at the McCombs Funeral Home in Cape Service: Sunday, December 21, at 2:00 PM at the Funeral Home Cape Girardeau: Homer I. Markhart, age 59 passed away Wednesday, December 17, 2003, at his home. He was born November 13, 1944 in Cape Girardeau, the son of Ivan and Edith Poe Markhart. He and Nancy Rhodes were married December 3, 1977. She survives. Also surviving are three sons and daughters-in-law, Homer, Jr. and JoDonna Markhart of Cape Girardeau, Joseph and Yvonne Markhart of Benton, MO, Dennis and Angela Wolsey of Radcliff, KY; four daughters, Dawn Raines and her husband, Scott, of Scott City, Betsy Collier and her husband, Chad, of Cape Girardeau, Jessica Rhodes and her husband, Darrin, of Cape Girardeau, and Alanna Domnick of San Diego, CA; two brothers, Erwin Markhart of Couer D’Alene, Idaho and William Markhart of Tuscon, AZ; 18 grandchildren, Courtney, Danielle and Joshua Markhart, Harley and Skyler Markhart, Darren Wilkerson, Brent, Corey and Kaitlyn Wolsey, Austin, Destainie and Chloie Raines, Michael and Michaela Markhart, Jake and Devan Wolpers, Travis Rhodes, and Ethan Domnick; and a former son-in-law, Rick Wolpers of Cape. Homer graduated form Cleveland High School in St. Louis in 1962. He began working for Proctor and Gamble in 1969, where he designed various machines and operational equipment. He retired as a trainer in 2000. He was an avid outdoorsman and enjoyed prospecting for gold as a hobby. He was planning a trip to Alaska in the summer of 2004 to prospect. He was an avid mud 4-wheeler and was a Civil War enthusiast, attending many Civil War enactments. Homer was a life-long member of the National Rifle Association and was of the Methodist Faith. Friends may call Saturday, December 20, between 4-8 PM, at the McCombs Funeral Home in Cape. Funeral Service will be Sunday, December 21, at 2:00 PM at the Funeral Home with Rev. Luther Rhodes officiating. Interment will follow in Fairmount Cemetery in Cape Girardeau. Expressions of sympathy may take the form of contributions to Missouri Department of Conservation or NRA. Wilson J. Ervin Visitation: Monday, December 15th, between 4:30-8:00 PM, at the McCombs Funeral Home in Jackson Service: Tuesday, December 16th, at 10 AM, at the funeral home Wilson J. Ervin, 81, of Jackson, passed away Sunday, December 14, 2003, at Southeast Missouri Hospital in Cape Girardeau. Wilson was born July 19, 1922, in Benton, Missouri, son of Henry and Earsy Simmons Ervin. He and Dorothy Beggs were married May 31, 1944, in Morley, Missouri. He was inducted into the U.S. Navy on December 11, 1944, serving in WWII. He was honorably discharged on April 11, 1946. He farmed several years in Benton. From 1955 – 1962, he lived and farmed near Oak Ridge, and then moved to Jackson. He worked at the former Marquette Cement Plant from 1960 – 1967, and then worked as a meat inspector for the N.F.D.A. until retirement in 1987. Wilson became an ordained deacon while a member of the Oak Ridge Baptist Church. He had been a member of First Baptist Church in Jackson the past 40 years. Loving survivors include his wife, Dorothy; two sons and daughters-in-law, Jack and Susan Ervin of Tiptonville, Tennessee, and Darrell and Pam Ervin of Arnold, Missouri; five grandchildren, Michelle Pope and husband Brian, Shane Ervin and wife Kerri; Greg Ervin and wife Kim, Kurt Ervin and wife Kelly, Jason Ervin and wife Kelly; 11 great-grandchildren; and a half-sister, Flossie Kirsch of Benton, Missouri. He was preceded in death by two half-brothers, and two half-sisters. Friends may call Monday, December 15th, between 4:30-8:00 PM, at the McCombs Funeral Home in Jackson. Funeral Service will be Tuesday, December 16th, at 10 AM, at the funeral home, with Rev. Patrick Tankersley officiating. Burial will be in Russell Heights Cemetery. Expressions of sympathy may take the form of contributions to the River Community Church, 125 Main St., Festus, Mo. 63028. Esther Beatrice Pope Owens Visitation: Monday, December 15th, between 4-8 PM, at the McCombs Funeral Home in Jackson Service: Tuesday, December 16th, at 1 PM, at the funeral home Esther Beatrice Pope Owens, 78 of Jackson, passed away Saturday, December 13, 2003, at St. Francis Medical Center in Cape Girardeau. She was born December 22, 1924, in Oran, Mo., daughter of Joseph E. and Ollie M. Sheppard Pope. On February 9, 1946, she married Cicero W. Owens. He died October 2, 1982. Loving survivors are three daughters and two sons-in-law, Aaron and Kay Gilbert of Metropolis, Ill, Fay and Dennis Turbeville of Patton,Mo, and Susie Fulton of Warrensburg, Mo.; one sister, Mae Rauls of St. Louis,MO; eleven grandchildren and several great-grandchildren. In addition to her husband she was preceded in death by three brothers, three sisters, and one son-in-law Ron Fulton. Mrs. Owens was of the Baptist faith. She provided day care services in her home in Jackson for many years. Friends may call Monday, December 15th, between 4-8 PM, at the McCombs Funeral Home in Jackson. Funeral Service will be Tuesday, December 16th, at 1 PM, at the funeral home, with Rev. Ronnie Brown officiating. Interment will follow in Russell Heights Cemetery in Jackson. Expressions of sympathy may take the form of contributions to the American Cancer Society or to the American Heart Association. LaVern J. Bangert Visitation: Sun., Dec. 14th, between 4-8 PM, at the Funeral Home in Jackson Service: Monday, December 15th, at 10 AM at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Jackson, MO LaVern J. Bangert, 79, of Jackson, passed away Thursday, December 11, 2003, at St. Francis Medical Center in Cape Girardeau. She was born November 25, 1924, in Jackson, daughter of Charles and Erna Lowes Meyer. She and Wilbur “Wib” Bangert were married July 5, 1946, in Osceola, Arkansas. He passed away October 30, 1998. LaVern worked at the former International Shoe Factory in Jackson. From 1956 – 1972, she was co-owner and bookkeeper for former Bangert Auto Body Service Center in Jackson; and in 1972, she became co-owner of Bangert Tractor Sales. She was an avid bowler and member of Bangert Tractor Bowling Team, a charter member of Kimbeland Golf Club, a member of the Altenthal-Joerns American Legion Auxiliary, and enjoyed volunteering at the Veterans’ Home. She was a lifelong member of St. Paul Lutheran Church in Jackson. Loving survivors include a son, Rick Bangert of Jackson; a daughter and son-in-law, Peggy and Ed Luehrs of Jackson; two grandchildren, Andrew and Sarah Luehrs; two brothers and sisters-in-law, Carlton “Cotton” and Clemency Meyer of Jackson and Harold and Peggy Meyer of Springville, Tenn.; and a sister and brother-in-law, Dorothy and Lou Ficken of St. Louis. She was preceded in death by one brother and two sisters. Friends may call Sunday, December 14th, between 4-8 PM, at the McCombs Funeral Home in Jackson, and Monday, December 15th, after 9 AM, at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Jackson. Funeral Service will be Monday, December 15th, at 10 AM, at the church, with Rev. David Johnson officiating. Burial will be in Russell Heights Cemetery. Expressions of sympathy may take the form of contributions to St. Paul Radio Broadcast or Organ Fund, or the Lutheran Hour. Condolences may be sent to the family online at mccombsfuneralhome.com. Arthur B. Miller Visitation: Private Services Service: Private Services Arthur B. Miller, 87, of Jackson, passed away Wednesday, December 10, 2003, at the Life Care Center in Cape Girardeau. He was born August 1, 1916, in Hannibal, Missouri, son of Arthur B. and Zetta Miller. He and Angela Leimer were married December 4, 1981 . He served in the U.S. Navy. He was an orderly at the old St. Francis hospital in Cape Girardeau. Survivors include his wife; five sons, Mitch, Blake, Dane, Tim, and Gabe Miller; a stepson, Richard Ruch, and several grandchildren. He was preceded in death by two brothers and a stepson. Services are private. McCombs Funeral Home in Jackson is in charge of arrangements. Curt Oscar “Pat” Hoehne Visitation: Sat., Dec. 6, from 4-8 PM at McCombs Funeral Home in Jackson Service: Sunday, December 7 at 2 PM at the Trinity Lutheran Church in Shawneetown Curt Oscar “Pat” Hoehne, 84, of Shawneetown, passed away Wednesday, December 3, 2003, at the Lutheran Home in Cape Girardeau. He was born August 28, 1919, in Altenburg, Mo., son of Joseph and Johanna Ahner Hoehne. He married Virginia Abernathy in 1946. She passed away in 1976. He and Marjorie Fluegge Wachter were married June 20, 1981, in Shawneetown, Mo. In 1942, he entered the U.S. Marine Corp. Serving in WWII, he was a Platoon Sergeant and served in Okinawa. Hoehne was awarded the Purple Heart Medal for being wounded in action and also the Bronze Star Medal. He was honorably discharged in 1946. Hoehne had farmed and he had established the first school bus route for Perry County. He then later was a truck driver for 20 years for East Perry Lumber Company, retiring in 1984. He was a member of the American Legion in Perryville and was an active member of Trinity Lutheran Church in Shawneetown, serving as an Elder, Trustee, on Church Council, and various other committees. He was a former member of St. Paul Lutheran Church in Wittenberg. Loving survivors include his wife, two daughters and sons-in-law, Melanie and Rick Gimpel of Simpsonville, SC, and Rebecca and Norman Anderson of Carnation, Wash.; four grandchildren, Gregory and Grant Gimpel, Ryan Cornehlson, Rachel Anderson; one sister, Frieda Newberry of St. Louis; and many loving nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; three brothers, George, Leonard, and Leo Hoehne; and three sisters, Emilie Moeslein, Cordia Kieback, and Martha Scholl. Friends may call Saturday, December 6th, between 4-8 PM, at the McCombs Funeral Home in Jackson, and Sunday, December 7th, after 1 PM, at Trinity Lutheran Church in Shawneetown. Funeral Service will be Sunday at 2 PM at the church with Rev. Robert Mann officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery. There will be an American Legion Service at 7 PM Saturday evening at the funeral home and also full military rites Sunday at the graveside by the Perryville American Legion Post. Expressions of sympathy may take the form of contributions to the Trinity Lutheran Church in Shawneetown , Saxony Lutheran High School, or Donor’s preference. Francis B. “Beryl” Stroder Visitation: Tuesday, December 9th, between 4-8 PM, at the McCombs Funeral Home in Jackson Service: Wednesday, December 10th, at 1 PM, at the funeral home Francis B. “Beryl” Stroder, 83, formerly of Burfordville, passed away Monday, December 8, 2003 at the Lutheran Home in Cape Girardeau. She was born January 14, 1920, in Laflin, Mo., daughter of John and Carrie Schaefer Huffman. She and Hilbert Stroder were married February 20, 1937, in Jackson. He passed away February 11, 1973. The Stroders raised their family in Burfordville. In 1962 they moved to House Springs, Mo. In 2000, she returned to live at the Lutheran Home in Cape Girardeau. She was a member of Harmony Baptist Church in House Springs. Loving survivors include three sons Wayne Stroder and wife Kathie of Oak Ridge, Mo., Kelly L. Stroder and wife Donna of Hillsboro, Mo., Ken Stroder and wife Connie of Fenton, Mo.; three daughters, Jackie Johnson of Cape Girardeau, Mary Lou Estes and husband Wayne of Jackson, Kathy Bast and husband Larry of St. Louis. Also surviving are two sisters, Dorothy Revell and husband Loren, and Velma Allen and husband Curtis, all of Leopold, Mo; 15 grandchildren; 26 great-grandchildren; 5 great-great-grandchildren; and two step-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by four brothers and a grandson. Friends may call Tuesday, December 9th, between 4-8 PM, at the McCombs Funeral Home in Jackson. Funeral Service will be Wednesday, December 10th, at 1 PM, at the funeral home. Beryl’s nephews, the Revs. Joe Allen and Mike Huffman will officiate. Burial will be in Russell Heights Cemetery. Expressions of sympathy may take the form of contributions to the Lutheran Home or the Alzheimer’s Foundation. Condolences may be sent to the family online at www.mccombsfuneralhome.com. B. Lucille Kight Long Visitation: Service: A private graveside service will be held at Cape County Memorial Park Cemetery B. Lucille Kight Long, 91, of Cape Girardeau, passed away Sunday, March 28, 2004, at her home. She was born December 22, 1912, in Allenville, Missouri, daughter of Dallas Hugh and Sara Ella Waddle Zimmerman. She married Linus Kight on July 11, 1934. He passed away in 1940. She and Terry O. Long were married September 10, 1950. They were married 53 ½ years. Lucille attended Southeast Missouri State College and Cape Business College. She was employed 37 years at First Federal Savings and Loan in Cape Girardeau. She began her career there as a secretary, and retired April 1, 1984, as a vice president. She was a 50-year member of OES Chapter 174 in Whitewater. Loving survivors include her husband, Terry; one son and daughter-in-law, Wayne and Linda Kight, and grandchildren, Heather and Justin Kight, all of Overland Park, Kansas; six nieces; four nephews; and 25 great nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by four brothers and four sisters. A private graveside service will be held at Cape County Memorial Park Cemetery, with Rev. Jim Cooper officiating. McCombs Funeral Home in Cape Girardeau is in charge of arrangements. Expressions of sympathy may take the form of contributions to the American Lung Association. Gladys Ann Hughes Visitation: 9:30 - 10:30 AM, Monday, March 29th, McCombs, Cape Girardeau Service: 11 AM, Monday, March 29th, Cape County Memorial Park Cemetery, Cape Girardeau Gladys Ann Hughes, 85, of Cape Girardeau, passed away Saturday, March 27, 2004, at the Lutheran Home in Cape Girardeau. She was born January 5, 1919, in Craighead County, Arkansas, daughter of Cecil I. and Genevieve Shook Daugherty. She and R.T. Hughes were married January 16, 1942, in Hernando, Mississippi. He preceded her in death. Gladys worked 12 years in the obstetrical unit at St. Francis Hospital. After retirement, she volunteered at Southeast Hospital. She was a member of Cape Bible Chapel, PEO Chapter EY, Scott City, and Cape Girardeau Quest Club. Loving survivors include her daughter, Marsha Kay Lee of St. Thomas; two sisters and brothers-in-law, Pat and Ken Blanchard of Jonesboro, Arkansas, Linda and Jim Zirkle of Spring, Texas; nephews, Ken Blanchard, Jr., David Blanchard, Bryan and Steve Zirkle, Rick Eason; and nieces, Garnet Rose Huighe and Susan Eason; dear friends, Charles and June Thurman, Judy McBride, and Peggy Davault, all of Cape Girardeau; several other nieces and nephews; and many caring friends at Cape Bible Chapel. In addition to her husband, she was also preceded in death by two brothers, John C. and Jack L. Daugherty; and one sister, Betty Eason. Friends may call Monday, March 29th, from 9:30 - 10:30 AM, at McCombs Funeral Home in Cape Girardeau. Funeral Service will be Monday at 11 AM, at Cape County Memorial Park Cemetery in Cape Girardeau with Hal Greene officiating. Expressions of sympathy may take the form of contributions to Cape Bible Chapel Building Fund, the Lutheran Home Hospice, American Cancer Society, or Southeast Missouri Hospital Foundation. Marie L. Engelmann Visitation: 4-8 PM, Monday, January 29th, McCombs, Jackson Service: 10 AM, Tuesday, March 30th, McCombs, Jackson Marie L. Engelmann, 85, of Jackson, passed away Saturday, March 27, 2004at the Lutheran Home. She was born September 4, 1918, in Greenville, Missouri, daughter of Henry and Lucinda Wilson Daves. She and Fred Engelmann were married December 24, 1938, in Jackson. He passed away January 4, 1982. Marie was a homemaker and a member of St. Paul Lutheran Church in Jackson. When she was physically able, she was active in the Ladies Aid. In 1999, she moved to assisted living at the Lutheran Home. She had been in skilled care since last fall. Loving survivors include a daughter and son-in-law, Katherine and Bob Abernathy of Jackson; a daughter-in-law, Linda Engelmann of Cape Girardeau; and five grandchildren, Dr. Kim Abernathy-Young and husband Monte of Symsonia, Kentucky, Heather Carey and husband Matt of Cape Girardeau, Derek Engelmann of Cape Girardeau, Lisa Warren and husband Jay of North Little Rock, Arkansas, Bruce Engelmann and wife Sierra of Springdale, Arkansas; and five great-grandchildren. In addition to her husband, she was also preceded in death by her son, Robert Engelmann in 1995; and an infant son, Carl Engelmann, Jr.; ten brothers; and four sisters. Friends may call Monday, March 29th, between 4-8 PM, at the McCombs Funeral Home in Jackson. Funeral Service will be Tuesday, March 30th, at 10 AM, at the funeral home, with Rev. Robert Henrichs officiating. Interment will be in Russell Heights Cemetery in Jackson. Expressions of sympathy may take the form of contributions to St. Paul Bus Fund or School Foundation Fund. Norma H. Hurt Visitation: 12:30 - 2:00 PM, Sunday, March 28th, McCombs, Jackson Service: 2 PM, Sunday, March 28th, McCombs, Jackson Norma H. Hurt, age 84, formerly of Jackson, passed away Thursday, March 25, 2004, at her daughter’s home in St. Louis. She was born February 5, 1920, in Old Appleton, Missouri, daughter of William P. and Martha R. Bodenschatz Bingenheimer. Norma was baptized and confirmed at Grace Lutheran Church in Uniontown and attended the former Apple Creek Valley Grade School in Old Appleton. In 1942, she moved to St. Louis and worked at the J.C. Penney Warehouse and as a PBX Operator at Hadley Dean Glass Company. She was a member of Ascension Lutheran Church. In 1982, Norma moved back to Jackson and became a member of St. Paul Lutheran Church. Due to her failing health, she returned to St. Louis in 1998 to be near her daughter. She is survived by her daughter, Correne Schilling of St. Louis, and a number of nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by five brothers and two sisters. Friends may call after 12:30 PM, Sunday, March 28th, at McCombs Funeral Home in Jackson. Funeral Service will be Sunday at 2 PM, at the funeral home, with Rev. Robert Henrichs officiating. Burial will be in Russell Heights Cemetery. Mae Sander Visitation: Saturday, March 27th from 10:30 AM – 1:00 PM at the McCombs Funeral Home in Jackson Service: 1:00 PM Sat. at the funeral home Mae Sander, age 84, of Jackson, passed away Wednesday, March 24, 2004 at the Lutheran Home in Cape Girardeau. Mae was born July 4, 1919 near Millersville, daughter of Arthur B. and Willie May Moore Limbaugh. She and William K. “Bill” Sander were married on March 20, 1937, at Houston, MO. He passed away February 7, 1991. Mae was a graduate of Jackson High School class of 1935. She and her late husband were co-owners and managers of the Albert Sander Hardware Company in Jackson and Cape Girardeau for over 30 years. She was a member of New McKendree United Methodist Church in Jackson and a member of the Order of Eastern Star #91 in Jackson for over 50 years. Mae was a Past President of the Demolay Mother’s Club in Jackson and involved with the Job’s Daughters in Cape & Jackson. She and her husband were supporters of the Cape Girardeau Association of Retarded Citizens for many years. Her greatest achievement for which she will be most remembered is the love, devotion, and nurturing she tirelessly and unselfishly gave to her family. Loving survivors include six sons, Tom Sander of Palestine, TX, Jim and John Sander of Jackson, Lane Sander of Wildwood, MO, Steve Sander of Mechanicsburg, PA and David Sander of Union, MO; five daughters, Ruth Guilliams and Nancy Lynn Sander of Jackson, Marilyn Meadows of Muncie, IN, Karen Tumbrink of Ellisville, MO, and Pat Smith of St. Charles, MO; one sister Azalea Spane of Park Hills; 35 grandchildren and 37 great-grandchildren. In addition to her husband, she was also preceded in death by one son, Bill Sander; one grandson Jeffery Guilliams, one granddaughter, Eileen Sander, five brothers, and one sister. Friends may call Saturday, March 27th from 10:30 AM – 1:00 PM at the McCombs Funeral Home in Jackson. Funeral Service will be at 1:00 PM Sat. at the funeral home, with Rev. Dan Usher officiating. Interment will follow in Cape County Memorial Park Cemetery in Cape Girardeau. Expressions of sympathy may take the form of contributions to the Cape Girardeau County Association for Retarded Citizens, American Cancer Society or the New McKendree United Methodist Church Youth Ministry Fund. . Susan Elaine Hinkebein Visitation: Friday, March 26, 2004 between 4-8 PM, at the McCombs Funeral Home in Jackson Service: Saturday, March 27, at 10:00 AM, at Immaculate Conception Church in Jackson Susan Elaine Hinkebein, age 47, of Jackson, MO, passed away Wednesday, March 24, 2004, at Saint Francis Medical Center in Cape Girardeau, MO. She was born December 10, 1956, in Cape Girardeau, daughter of Bernard and Dorothy Morie Kluesner. She and Ronald S. Hinkebein were married May 29, 1976. Susan was a 1975 graduate of Jackson High School and a graduate of Southeast Missouri State University and Webster University of St. Louis. She worked as a registered nurse for 27 years at Saint Francis Medical Center in Cape Girardeau, where she was the Saint Francis Hospital Employee of the Year in 1993, was a member of the Quarter Century Club, a member of The Friends of Saint Francis, served on the Employee Caring Fund Committee, and actively participated in the Della Heise Vial of Life Program. Susan was a member of Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Jackson, where she was a former Parish Council member. In 2002 she received the Jackson Heritage Association Unsung Hero Award. Being extremely involved in the local 4-H council, Susan has been the Fruitland 4-H Club leader for the past seven years, past officer of the council, and was named Outstanding 4-H Leader of the Year 2002. She has been the nurse at 4-H camp for many years where she was affectionately known as Nurse Susan. She was a member and past Vice President of the Jackson Knights of Columbus Ladies Auxiliary. Loving survivors include her husband, Ron, and their daughter, Blair, of Jackson; her parents; two sisters, Denise McDowell and her husband, Tom, of Jackson, and Linda Haynes and her husband, Mike, of Ste. Genevieve; a brother, David Kluesner of New York, New York; several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her grandparents. Friends may call Friday, March 26, 2004 between 4-8 PM, at the McCombs Funeral Home in Jackson. Parish Prayers will be said at 7 PM immediately followed by the Ladies Auxillary Rosary. Mass will be Saturday, March 27, at 10:00 AM, at Immaculate Conception Church with Msgr. Edward Eftink officiating. Interment will follow in St. Mary’s Cemetery in Cape Girardeau. Expressions of sympathy may take the form of contributions to Relay for Life c/o Fruitland 4-H Club, Immaculate Conception School Building Fund, or Saint Francis Employee Caring Fund c/o St. Francis Medical Center Foundation. Esther Lee Barker Visitation: Sunday, March 14th, 2004, from 4-8 PM at McCombs Funeral Home in Jackson, MO Service: Monday, March 15th, at 1:00 PM at the funeral home Esther Lee Barker, age 64, of Jackson, passed away Thursday, March 11, 2004 at St. Francis Medical Center in Cape Girardeau. She was born January 14, 1940, in Peyne, Arkansas the daughter of Dave and Mae Hart Nichols. Loving survivors include four daughters Denise Barker of Fredericktown, MO, Debbie Seabaugh and Linda Seabaugh of Jackson, and Sheila Jones of Oak Ridge, MO; one son, Kenneth Barker of Pocahontas, MO; three sisters, Betty Hutchinson of Dogwood, MO, Genevieve Ray of East Prairie, MO, and Susan Wright of Mobile, Alabama; one brother, Merl Nichols of Portland, Oregon; 12 grandchildren and 8 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents and 2 brothers. Friends may call 4-8 PM, Sunday, March 14th, 2004 at the McCombs Funeral Home in Jackson. Funeral Service will be Monday, March 15th, at 1:00 PM at the funeral home, with Rev. Raymond McAfee officiating. Interment will follow in Russell Heights Cemetery in Jackson. Elmer “Gib” Petzoldt Visitation: Wed., March 10, from 4-8 PM, at McCombs Funeral Home in Jackson Service: Thursday, March 11, at 10:00 AM at Zion Lutheran Church in Pocahontas, MO Elmer “Gib” Petzoldt, 84, of Pocahontas, passed away Monday, March 8, 2004, at the Missouri Veterans’ Home in Cape Girardeau, MO. He was born August 28, 1919, near Pocahontas, MO, son of Herman and Anna Scholl Petzoldt. He was baptized September 14, 1919, and confirmed April 9, 1933, at Zion Lutheran Church in Pocahontas. A lifelong member of the church, he had served on the church council as elder and trustee, and on the finance board. Gib entered the U.S. Army on April 2, 1941 and worked as a medical technician in military hospitals. He was honorably discharged October 6, 1945, as a staff sergeant. Upon his return from the service, he resided with his brother and sister-in-law, Olaf and Linda Petzoldt, and their children, Gene, Jerry, and Sharon. He worked in construction until he retired in 1975 to work on the family farm. Loving survivors include two sisters-in-law, Linda Petzoldt of Pocahontas and Nelta Petzoldt of Jackson; nephews, Gene and Jerry Petzoldt of Jackson; and niece, Sharon Schuessler of Jackson. Other surviving nephews and nieces are Clayton, Leon, Gary, Lonnie, and Ronnie Tuschhoff, Paul Koenig, Willard, Truman, and Larry Petzoldt, Olga Ruessler, Rosie Pierce, Leona Thomas, Nelda Leinger, Esther Reisenbichler, Oliva Yeager, Laverne Ruehling, and Vivian Fiehler. He was preceded in death by five brothers, Edwin, Aaron, Hugo, Rito, and Olaf Petzoldt; two sisters, Flora Koenig and Lucy Tuschhoff; one nephew, Ray Tucchhoff, and one niece, Melba Petty. Friends may call Wednesday, March 10, between 4-8 PM, at the McCombs Funeral Home in Jackson, and after 9 AM Thursday, at Zion Lutheran Church in Pocahontas. Funeral Service will be Thursday, March 11, at the church, with Rev. Robert Mann officiating. Interment will follow in the church cemetery, with graveside military honors. Expressions of sympathy may take the form of contributions to Zion Lutheran Church, Missouri Veterans’ Home, or Southeast Hospice. Robert Ray Morrison Visitation: Tuesday, March 9th, between 4-8 PM, at the McCombs Chapel in Jackson with a Masonic Service at 7:00 Service: Wednesday, March 10th, at 10 AM, at the funeral home Robert Ray Morrison, age 74, of Jackson, passed away Sunday, March 7, 2004, at St. Francis Medical Center in Cape Girardeau. He was born October 26, 1929, in Jackson, son of Walter and Ollie Morrison. He and Evie Menke were married March 18, 1987. Morrison was honorably discharged from the U.S. Army May 31, 1963. He then worked as a truck driver for Consolidated Freights, retiring in 1981. He was a member of Altenthal Joerns American Legion Post 158 in Jackson, the Excelsior Masonic Lodge #441 in Jackson, and the Cape Girardeau Elks Lodge. Loving survivors include his wife of Jackson; two sons and daughters-in-law, Dan and Cheryl Morrison of St. Louis, and Jim and Bev Morrison of Carrolton, Miss.; a daughter, Renee Morrison of Hillsboro, Mo.; a niece, Virginia Sides of Jackson; and three grandchildren. He was preceded in death by three brothers and three sisters. Friends may call Tuesday, March 9th, between 4-8 PM, at the McCombs Funeral Home in Jackson. A Masonic Service will be held at 7 PM. Funeral Service will be Wednesday, March 10th, at 10 AM, at the funeral home, with Rev. Raymond McAfee officiating. Interment will follow in Russell Heights Cemetery with graveside military honors. Expressions of sympathy may take the form of contributions to the American Heart Association or the American Cancer Society. Venah Mae Cobb Visitation: Monday, March 8, between 4-8 PM, at the McCombs Funeral Home in Jackson Service: Tuesday, March 9 at 10:00 AM, at the Funeral Home Venah Mae Cobb, age 91, of Millersville, MO passed away Saturday, March 6, 2004, at the Monticello House in Jackson, MO where she had been a resident since November 14, 2001. She was born March 24, 1912, in Marquand, MO, daughter of John and Mildred Brown Gibbs. Since the age of seven, she was raised by her step-mother, Johanna Wagner Gibbs. She and Webster Cobb were married December 24, 1936 in Glen Allen, MO. He died November 11, 2002. Venah was a member of New Trace Creek Baptist Church in Bollinger County. She lived near Millersville for 55 years. Loving survivors include one son and daughter-in-law, Morris and Linda Cobb of Millersville; one daughter and son-in-law, Janet Hill-Barnhart and Caroll Barnhart, MO; one brother, Carl Gibbs of Fredericktown, MO, one half sister, June Myers of Herculaneum, MO; four grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by two brothers and two sisters. Friends may call Monday, March 8, between 4-8 PM, at the McCombs Funeral Home in Jackson. Funeral Service will be Tuesday, March 9 at 10:00 AM, at the Funeral Home with Rev. Kenneth Shoemaker officiating. Interment will follow in New Trace Creek Baptist Cemetery. Expressions of sympathy may take the form of contributions to New Trace Creek Cemetery. Joe H. Bollinger Visitation: Sunday, March 7, from 4-8 PM at McCombs Funeral Home in Jackson Service: Monday, March 8, at 1:00 PM at the funeral chapel Joe H. Bollinger, age 79 of Sedgewickville, MO died Saturday, March 06, 2004 at Southeast Missouri Hospital in Cape Girardeau. He was born November 21, 1924 at Sedgewickville, son of Elmer and Mary Ellis Bollinger. He & Myrtle Weibrecht were married December 23, 1950 at Ste Genevieve, MO. She survives. He was a lifelong member of Patton Presbyterian Church. Bollinger farmed in the Sedgewickville community all his life and served in the US Army during WW II. Survivors include his wife; four sons, Sam Bollinger of Sedgewickville, Ray Bollinger of Fruitland, Steve Bollinger of Jackson, Ron Bollinger of Cape; four daughters, Carol Bollinger of Sedgewickville, Janet Hampton of Jackson, Ellen Hampton of Leadville, CO, Margie Schoppa of Cape; 26 grandchildren & 22 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by a son & 3 brothers. Visitation will be Sunday, March 7, from 4-8 PM at McCombs Funeral Home in Jackson. The funeral service will be Monday, March 8, at 1:00 PM at the funeral chapel with Rev. Donald Blaylock officiating. Burial will follow at Bollinger Family Cemetery near Sedgewickville. Clifford Raymond Stacy Visitation: Wednesday, March 3, 2004, between 4-8 PM, at the McCombs Funeral Home in Cape Girardeau Service: Thursday, March 4, 2004, at 1:00 PM, at the Funeral Home Clifford Raymond Stacy, age 76, of Cape Girardeau, MO passed away March 2, 2004, at his home. He was born July 7, 1927, in Randles, MO, son of Lemuel and Lucy Simmons Stacy. He and Beatrice Angle were married August 10, 1950, she died October 17, 1975. He and Pearl Hager were married January 30, 1976, she died July 2, 2003. Loving survivors include four daughters, Shirley Umbeck of Daisy, MO, Brenda Sandlin of Goodlettsville, TN, Ruth Burke of Whitewater, MO, and Debbie McCullough of Cape Girardeau; one son, Clifford W. Stacy of Marble Hill, MO; two brothers, Elmer Stacy of Davenport, Iowa and Murel Stacy of Woodriver, IL; four sisters, Ora Stacy and Roxie Turner, both of Lakewales, FL, Wanda Holland of Advance, MO and Mary Janette Chapman of Cape Girardeau; 23 grandchildren and 22 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by one daughter, two grandsons, two great-grandsons, and two sisters. Stacy served in the US Army during the Korean War from October 25, 1950 to October 23, 1952. He moved to Cape Girardeau from Whitewater in 1952. He worked at the former Marquette Cement Plant for 11 years. He also was a drapery installer for Rust & Martin from 1976 until retiring in 1993. Mr. Stacy was a former a member of Southside Baptist Church in Cape and in 1994 became a charter member of Fellowship Baptist Church in Cape where he served as an usher for many years. Friends may call Wednesday, March 3, 2004, between 4-8 PM, at the McCombs Funeral Home in Cape Girardeau. Funeral Service will be Thursday, March 4, 2004, at 1:00 PM, at the Funeral Home, with Rev. Joe McCullough officiating. Interment will follow in Memorial Park Cemetery in Cape with a Military Honor Guard Service. Expressions of sympathy may take the form of contributions to Fellowship Baptist Church in Cape Girardeau. Stella Bernice Motley Visitation: Wednesday, March 3, between 4-8 PM, at the McCombs Funeral Home in Jackson Service: No Services Stella Bernice Motley, age 67, of Jackson,MO passed away Monday, March 1, 2004, at her home. She was born June 30, 1936, in Sevier County, TN, daughter of Willie and Mollie Whaley Webb. She and Joe Motley were married on August 9, 1958. He died October 30, 1990. Motley worked many years as an LPN at Deal Nursing Home in Jackson. She was a member of the First Baptist Church of Millersville. Loving survivors include four sons, Jeffrey Motley of Statesville, NC, Charles Motley of Lenior City, TN, Larry Motley of Winfield, MO, and Joe Motley, Jr. of Farmington, MO; one daughter, Theresa Mayfield of Jackson; one brother, Roy Webb of Knoxville, TN; two sisters, Blanche Mullins of Walnut, MS and Ruth Burchfield of Jackson, MO; and eleven grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents. Friends may call Wednesday, March 3, between 4-8 PM, at the McCombs Funeral Home in Jackson. Charles O. "Butch" Lunsford Visitation: None Service: None Charles O. “Butch” Lunsford, Jr., 56, of Jackson, died Saturday, February 28, 2004, at Jackson Manor Nursing Home. He was born September 22, 1947, in Jackson, son of Charles O., Sr. and Carol Farrow Lunsford. He is survived by a son, Mark Lunsford of Jackson; his mother; two brothers, Darrell Lunsford of Oriole, Gary Lunsford of Jackson; three sisters, Kathryn Pasley of Jackson, Lana Ussery of Wittenberg, Pat Koch of Oak Ridge; and three grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his father; two sisters; and an infant brother. There will be no visitation or service. McCombs Funeral Home in Jackson is in charge of arrangements. Opal M. Jaco Visitation: 11AM - 1 PM, Monday, March 1st, McCombs, Jackson Service: 1 PM, Monday, March 1st, McCombs, Jackson Opal M. Jaco, 88, of Jackson, passed away Thursday, February 26, 2004, at the Jackson Manor. She was born July 22, 1915, in Oak Ridge, MO, daughter of John and Nora Miederhoff. She and Robert Jaco were married June 29, 1934. He died August 16, 1996. Opal was a member of Millersville United Methodist Church. Loving survivors include one brother, William Miederhoff. In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by one sister. Friends may call Monday, March 1, 2004 from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM at the McCombs Funeral Home in Jackson. Funeral Service will be at 1:00 PM, at the Funeral Home, with Rev. Craig Petzoldt officiating. Interment will follow in Post Oak Cemetery in Patton. Expressions of sympathy may take the form of contributions to Millersville United Methodist Church. Orville F. Wilkinson Visitation: 4-8 PM, Monday, March 1st, McCombs, Jackson Service: 11 AM, Tuesday, March 2nd, McCombs, Jackson Orville F. Wilkinson, 79, of Whitewater, passed away Saturday, February 28, 2004, at his home. He was born August 19, 1924, in Crump, son of Larkin and Snoda Proffer Wilkinson. He and Lulu Shumpert were married April 9, 1948. Orville worked 23 years in the receiving room at Thorngate, Ltd. in Cape Girardeau, retiring in 1999. He was a member of Whitewater Baptist Church. He is survived by his wife. He was preceded in death by his parents. Friends may call Monday, March 1st, between 4-8 PM, at the McCombs Funeral Home in Jackson. Funeral Service will be Tuesday, March 2nd, at 11 AM, at the funeral home, with the Reverends Phil Berry and David Shumpert officiating. Interment will follow in Proffer Cemetery in Crump. Expressions of sympathy may take the form of contributions to Missouri Baptist Children's Home. Helen Mildred Wessel Visitation: Saturday, February 28, between 4-8 PM, at the McCombs Funeral Home in Jackson Service: Sunday, February 29 at 1:30 PM at Zion Lutheran Church in Gordonville, MO Helen Mildred Wessel, age 86, of Gordonville, MO, passed away Friday, February 27, 2004, at the Lutheran Home in Cape Girardeau, MO. She was born July 21, 1917, in Jackson, MO, daughter of John O. and Ida Hitt Statler. She and William H. Wessel were married October 1, 1942. He died June 10, 1989. Mrs. Wessel worked for the former Rozier’s Clothing Store in Jackson prior to her marriage. She joined Zion Lutheran Church after her marriage where she was a member of the Ladies’ Aid, and the quilting group for many years. She entered the Lutheran Home in January of 2000. Loving survivors include two sons, Leon Wessel of Marble Hill, and John Wessel of Gordonville; one daughter, Janet Streckfuss of South Dakota; one sister, Cecile Wilkinson of Millersville, MO; nine grandchildren; and nine great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by four brothers. Friends may call Saturday, February 28, between 4-8 PM, at the McCombs Funeral Home in Jackson, and Sunday, February 29, after 12:30 at the Zion Lutheran Church in Gordonville, MO. Funeral Service will be at 1:30 PM, at the Church, with Rev. Wayne Schwiesow officiating. Interment will follow in Zion Lutheran Cemetery in Gordonville. Expressions of sympathy may take the form of contributions to Zion Lutheran Church or the Lutheran Home. Louis F. Stoops Visitation: No services Service: No services Louis F. Stoops, age 72, of Jackson, passed away Sunday, February 15, 2004, at the Monticello House in Jackson. He was born December 11, 1931, in Cape Girardeau, son of Merritt and Verda May Stoops. Stoops played baseball for the Cincinnati Red’s Farm Club in Texas. He served in the U.S. Army from 1952 – 1964 where he was in the Special Services as an ambidextrous pitcher, traveling to Texas, Missouri, Kentucky, the Carolina’s, Germany, Spain, France, and England. Stoops was a barber in Dallas, Texas until his return to Cape Girardeau in 1997. Loving survivors include one son, Michael Stoops of Windsor, Conn.; one brother, T.H. Stoops and one sister, Zola Huckstep, both of Cape Girardeau. He was preceded in death by two sisters. There will be no services. McCombs Funeral Home in Jackson is in charge of arrangements. Eileen V. Kieninger Visitation: Friday, February 27, between 4-6 PM, at the McCombs Funeral Home in Jackson Service: Saturday, February 28 at 10:00 AM, at the Funeral Home Eileen V. Kieninger, age 94, of Jackson, passed away Wednesday, February 25, 2004, at the Lutheran Home in Cape Girardeau. She was born June 17, 1909, in Pocahontas, MO, daughter of Martin C. and Aymer L. Torrence Kieninger. Ms Kieninger was Baptized and Confirmed at Zion Lutheran Church in Pocahontas. She worked as a supervisor at Beltex Corp in St. Louis from 1949-1978. She was a past member of St. Stephen Lutheran Church in St. Louis. Kieninger moved to Jackson in 1992 where she was a member of St. Paul Lutheran Church and its Joy Group. Loving survivors include two brothers, Clarence Kieninger of Jackson, MO and Leslie Kieninger of Pocahontas; two sisters, Elvera Cutter and Lavera Barlow, both of Dillsboro, IN; four nephews; seven nieces; and many great-nephews and great-nieces. She was preceded in death by two brothers, two sisters and one nephew. Friends may call Friday, February 27, between 4-6 PM, at the McCombs Funeral Home in Jackson. Funeral Service will be Saturday, February 28 at 10:00 AM, at the Funeral Home, with Rev. David Johnson officiating. Interment will follow in Zion Lutheran Cemetery in Pocahontas. Memorials may be made to the charity of choice. Ellis E. Haertling Visitation: Thursday, February 26th, between 4-8 PM, at the McCombs Funeral Home in Jackson Service: Friday, at 10 AM, at Immanuel Church in New Wells, MO Ellis E. Haertling, 68, of Frohna, passed away Tuesday, February 24, 2004, at Southeast Missouri Hospital in Cape Girardeau. He was born February 7, 1936, in New Wells, son of Eldor and Alma Meyr Haertling. He and Juanita Versemann were married June 17, 1961. Ellis was inducted into the U.S. Army in 1958 and was honorably discharged in 1960. He farmed many years in the Frohna community and was a lifetime member of Immanuel Lutheran Church in New Wells. Loving survivors include his wife; two sons, Carey and Dan Haertling of Frohna; daughter, Tracy Haertling of Kirksville, Mo.; two grandchildren, Jesse and Alicia Haertling; and two brothers, Milton Haertling of New Wells and Willis Haertling and wife Thelma of Jackson. He was preceded in death by his parents and a sister-in-law, Marilyn Haertling. Friends may call Thursday, February 26th, between 4-8 PM, at the McCombs Funeral Home in Jackson and Friday, February 27th, after 9 AM, at Immanuel Lutheran Church in New Wells. Funeral Service will be Friday, at 10 AM, at Immanuel Church, with Rev. Walter Patzwitz officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. Expressions of sympathy may take the form of contributions to Southeast Hospice or Immanuel Lutheran Tape Ministry or Organ Fund. Leo Edward Combs Visitation: Thursday, February 26th, after 10 AM, at the McCombs Funeral Home in Jackson Service: Thursday, February 26, at 11 AM, at the funeral home Leo Edward Combs, 95, of Jackson, passed away Sunday, February 22, 2004, at the Monticello House, where he had lived since last September. He was born May 5, 1908, in Fredericktown, son of John H. and Eva Miller Combs. He and Mabel N. Noblin were married November 17, 1930, in St. Louis. She passed away April 4, 1984. Leo worked 23 years at the former American Packing Company in St. Louis. In 1946, the Combs family returned to Fredericktown; but Leo continued his employment in St. Louis. He initially worked in residential construction, and then he was employed for Weber Construction, where he worked on many overpasses on Interstate 55. In 1975 he retired from Weber. Leo was a member of Local 1795 Carpenter’s District Council of Greater St. Louis and the Odd Fellows Lodge in Fredericktown. Faithful to his Lord, Leo was an active member of Parkin Memorial United Methodist Church in Fredericktown; and upon moving to Jackson in 1988, became a member of New McKendree United Methodist Church. Loving survivors include a son and daughter-in-law, Rev. Richard and Julie Combs of Jackson; daughter and son-in-law, Janet and Clint Yount of Barnhart, Mo.; five grandchildren, Scott Yount and wife Jeanette, Tracy Yount, Rebecca Shoemaker and husband Gary, Deanna Turner and husband Ronald, Alica Combs; five great-grandchildren, Dannielle and Drew Yount, Ashleigh Turner, Nicholas and Maria Zuccarini. In addition to his wife, he was also preceded in death by four brothers, Gilbert, George, Charley, and John Combs; and four sisters, Vera Kent, Flora Abernathy, Vertie Cutsinger, and Edna Gwinn. Friends may call Thursday, February 26th, after 10 AM, at the McCombs Funeral Home in Jackson. Funeral Service will follow at 11 AM, at the funeral home, with the Reverends Donald Kuehle and Jimmie Corbin officiating. A 2 PM Committal Service will be held at Odd Fellow Cemetery in Fredericktown. Expressions of sympathy may take the form of contributions to the Odd Fellows Cemetery or New McKendree Building Fund. Fred W. Kurre Visitation: 4-8 PM, Friday, February 2oth, McCombs, Jackson Service: 1 PM, Saturday, February 21st, McCombs, Jackson Fred W. Kurre, 91, of Friedheim, passed away Thursday, February 19, 2004, at the Lutheran Home in Cape Girardeau. He was born November 13, 1912, in Oak Ridge, son of Ira O. and Linnie Kayser Kurre. He and Mary “Leona” Riehn were married October 11, 1937, in Jackson. Fred worked many years as a mechanic at Friedheim Garage, retiring in 1985. He was a member of Old Salem Methodist Church. Loving survivors include his wife of Friedheim; daughter and son-in-law, Mary Ann and Clyde Bill Brune of Sedgewickville; a brother, Alonzo Kurre of Friedheim; two grandsons, Kurre “Douglas” Brune and wife Carolyn, and Stephen D. Brune and wife Angela, all of Sedgewickville; and four grandchildren, Justin, Ashley, Courtney, and Tyler Brune. He was preceded in death by four brothers and three sisters. Friends may call between 4-8 PM, Friday, February 2oth, at the McCombs Funeral Home in Jackson. Funeral Service will be at 1 PM, Saturday, February 21st, at the funeral home, with Rev. Calvin Brown officiating. Interment will follow in New Salem Cemetery near Daisy. Expressions of sympathy may take the form of contributions to New Salem Cemetery or Old Salem Methodist Church. Steve Wille Visitation: Friday after 10 AM, at St. Paul Church in Jackson Service: 1:30 PM Friday at St. Paul Lutheran Church Steve Wille, 40, of Jackson, passed away Wednesday, February 18, 2004, at his home. He was born April 24, 1963, in Cape Girardeau, son of Clement “Clem” and Verla Sides Wille. He and Kris Mangels were married May 16, 1987. Steve was a 1981 graduate of Jackson High School; and had worked at the former Lenco, Procter & Gamble, and most recently at ATP Radio Shack in Jackson. He was a lifelong member of St. Paul Lutheran Church in Jackson. Loving survivors include his wife, Kris; and children Ian and Melana of the family home; his parents, Clem and Verla of Jackson; brother and sister-in-law, Jeff and Alice Wille of University City, Missouri. Surviving brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law are Lowell and Diane Mangels of Friedheim; Marci and Ken Preusser of Altenburg; Karen Lyon of St. Louis; Patty and Paul Callier of Perryville; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Jess and Lulu Wille; maternal grandparents, Wilson and Hulda Sides; father-in-law and mother-in-law, Walter and Elda Mangels; and a brother-in-law, Charles Mangels. Friends may call Friday after 10 AM, at St. Paul Church in Jackson. Funeral Service will be at 1:30 PM Friday, with Rev. Robert Henrichs officiating. Burial will be in Russell Heights Cemetery. Expressions of sympathy may take the form of contributions to St. Paul Church or School. Agnes Borgfield Visitation: 4-8 PM, Sunday, February 15th, McCombs, Jackson Service: 11 AM, Monday, February 16th, McCombs, Jackson Agnes Borgfield, 90, of Cape Girardeau, passed away Saturday, February 14, 2004, at the Chateau Girardeau. She was born September 22, 1913, in Jackson, daughter of Frederick H. and Lillian F. Day Loos. She and Elmer Borgfield were married February 8, 1931, in Jackson. He passed away August 15, 1990. Agnes and Elmer owned and operated Borgfield Angus Farm near Sedgewickville until 1981, when they moved to Cape Girardeau. She was a lifelong member of St. Paul Lutheran Church in Jackson. Loving survivors include two sons Harry L. Borgfield of Festus and Cletus Borgfield of Jackson; one daughter Elsie Gerecke of Gordonville; a half sister Georgia Meyer of Cape Girardeau; ten grandchildren, 30 great-grandchildren, and six great-great-grandchildren. In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by two great-granddaughters, three brothers, one sister, three half-brothers, and a half-sister. Friends may call Sunday, February 15th, between 4-8 pm, at the McCombs Funeral Home in Jackson. Funeral Service will be Monday, February 16th, at 11 AM, at the funeral home with Rev. David Johnson officiating. Interment will follow in Russell Heights Cemetery in Jackson. Expressions of sympathy may take the form of contributions to St. Paul Church. Sheila Kay Boyd Visitation: Saturday, February 14th, between 4-8 PM, at the McCombs Funeral Home in Jackson Service: Sunday, February 15th, at 2 PM, at the funeral home Sheila Kay Boyd, 55, of Bertrand, passed away Friday, February 13, 2004, at Southeast Missouri Hospital in Cape Girardeau. She was born May 12, 1948, in St. Louis, daughter of Dewel and Ella May Statler Smith. She and Jerry Wayne Boyd were married March 15, 1969. Sheila worked over 20 years at Gates Rubber Company in Charleston, retiring in August, 2003. She was a member of Sikeston Community Baptist Church and enjoyed singing in the choir. Loving survivors include her husband of Bertrand; daughter and son-in-law, Kim and Jim Monteith and their son Jacob, all of Jackson; her mother and step-father, Ella May and Gene Hinkle of Marquand, Mo.; a sister, Vicki Dickson of Lebanon, Tenn.; and a sister-in-law, Rita Ridings of Patton, Mo. She was preceded in death by her father, Dewel Smith; and her brother, Wayne Smith. Friends may call Saturday, February 14th, between 4-8 PM, at the McCombs Funeral Home in Jackson. Funeral Service will be Sunday, February 15th, at 2 PM, at the funeral home, with Rev. Dolan Rogers and Lee Fansler officiating. Interment will follow in Russell Heights Cemetery. Expressions of sympathy may take the form of contributions to St. Jude Children’s Hospital. Maggie Pearl Fallin Visitation: Wednesday, February 11, between 4-8 PM, at the McCombs Funeral Home in Jackson Service: Thursday, February 12, 2004 at 10:00 AM, at the Funeral Home Maggie Pearl Fallin, age 82, of Jackson, passed away Sunday, February 8, 2004, at her home. She was born January 20, 1922, in Corning, Arkansas, daughter of Charles and Savannah Woolard Lilly. She and George Fallin were married June 17, 1943. He preceded her in death on October 13, 1985. She worked at various grocery stores in the St. Louis area as well as the Cookie Factory in St. Louis. Fallin was a member of the Jackson Church of Christ. Loving survivors include two sons, Larry Fallin and his wife, Virginia, of Gulfport, MS, and Clinton Fallin and his wife, Stephanie, of Jackson; two brothers, Charles Lilly of Perryville, MO, and Billy Lilly of Rockford, IL; one sister, Frances Sparks of Granite City, IL; four grandchildren and one great-grandchild. She was preceded in death by her parents and one sister. Friends may call Wednesday, February 11, between 4-8 PM, at the McCombs Funeral Home in Jackson. Funeral Service will be Thursday, February 12, 2004 at 10:00 AM, at the Funeral Home, with Brother Frank Monroe officiating. Interment will follow in the Corning Cemetery in Corning, Arkansas at 3:00 PM. Inez Holder Visitation: 4-8 PM, Monday, February 9th, McCombs, Jackson Service: 2 PM, Tuesday, February 10th, McCombs, Jackson Inez Holder, 77, of Jackson, formerly of Scott City, passed away Saturday, February 7, 2004, at the Jackson Manor Nursing Home. She was born August 14, 1926, in Black Oak, Arkansas, daughter of Robert and Myrtle Hurt Nance. She married Bobby Wiggins, and later married Eugene Holder. They both preceded her in death. Inez worked 19 years at the former Lowenbaum Dress Factory and then the former Ralph Edwards Jacket Factory in Cape Girardeau. In 1985 she began working at Blair Industries in Scott City and retired in 1998 due to her failing health. She attended New Bethel Baptist Church in east of Pocahontas, and had lived at the Jackson Manor since November, 2003. Loving survivors include her son, Bobby C. Wiggins and his friend Janet Keesee both of Jackson; three grandchildren, Christina O’Nove of Georgia, Marsha Baber of Scott City, Daniel Wiggins who is stationed in Germany; and nine great-grandchildren. In addition to her husbands, she was also preceded in death by one brother and three sisters. Friends may call Monday, February 9th, between 4-8 PM, at the McCombs Funeral Home in Jackson. Funeral Service will be Tuesday, February 10th, at 2 PM, at the funeral home, with Rev. John Rhodes officiating. Interment will follow in New Bethel Cemetery. Expressions of sympathy may take the form of contributions to the Alzheimer’s Foundation, the American Cancer Society, New Bethel Cemetery Fund, or Southeast Hospice. Robert C. “Bob” Friedrich, Jr. Visitation: 4-8 PM, Monday, February 9th, McCombs, Jackson Service: 11 AM, Tuesday, February 10th, Emanuel United Church of Christ, Jackson Robert C. “Bob” Friedrich, Jr., 69, of Jackson, passed away Friday, February 6, 2004, at his home. He was born May 18, 1934, in Jackson, son of Robert C., Sr. and Ollie L. Seabaugh Friedrich. He and Patricia Ruth “Pat” Schulte were married July 2, 1959. She passed away June 7, 1995. Bob served in the U.S. Army. From 1957 through 1959, during the U.S. occupation of Germany, he was stationed at Hohenfels, Germany, and was the Chief Radio Repairman. He worked 30 years in Jackson Electric, the family business, and was a member of I.B.E.W. Local #1 for 39 years. He was a lifelong member of Emanuel United Church of Christ in Jackson, was a former Sunday School teacher, and served on the church council. Bob was well known for his dedication to scouting. In 1962, he chartered and was Post Advisor to Explorer Post #211 in Jackson, a high-adventure post specializing in canoeing, camping, Indian history, and Indian dancing. He took his scouts on trips around the country for leadership conferences, hiking, and camping. He was a Vigil Honor Member of the Order of the Arrow. An avid civil war historian, he also took the scouts to Shiloh and other battlefields, combing history, hiking, and camping within each trip. His post performed many service projects at Camp Lewellen. Bob and Pat always welcomed scouts in their home at any time and became “second parents” to many of them. With their family farm situated on the Trail of Tears on Greensferry Road in Jackson, Bob was especially interested in the Indians heritage. Upon recommendation of the Governor John Ashcroft, Bob was appointed by President Reagan, to the National Trail of Tears Commission. He served many years working to provide history of the trail and signage for the National Trail of Tears. Sadly missed by his loving family, he leaves three sons and daughters-in-law, John and Gloria Friedrich of Cape Girardeau, Eric and Annie Friedrich and Robert and Lisa Friedrich all of Jackson; five grandchildren, Brittney, Jordan, Logan, Jacob, and Tate Friedrich; a brother, Jon P. Friedrich of Gordonville; and a sister, Mary Ruth Wheaton of Millersville; and a dear friend, Kim Walker of Jackson. In addition to his wife, Pat, he was also preceded in death by his parents. Friends may call Monday, February 9th, between 4-8 PM, at the McCombs Funeral Home in Jackson, and after 10 AM, Tuesday, February 10th, at Emanuel United Church of Christ in Jackson. Funeral Service will be Tuesday, February 10th, at 11 AM, at the church, with Rev. Sam Roethemeyer officiating. Burial will follow in Russell Heights Cemetery with graveside military honors. Serving as pallbearers are Chris Friedrich, Jim Lewis, John Lichtenegger, Jim Wills, Tom Schulte, and Jimmy Johnson. Expressions of sympathy may take the form of contributions to Emanuel United Church of Christ; or Order of the Arrow (Jack Ward Memorial). Donald L. Keith Visitation: Friday, February 6, between 4-8 PM, at the McCombs Funeral Home in Jackson Service: Saturday, February 7, at 11:00 AM, at the Funeral Home Donald L. Keith, age 78, of Jackson, died Tuesday, February 3, 2004, at St. Francis Medical Center in Cape Girardeau. He was born March 8, 1925, in Roaring Springs, Penn., son of Roy and Josephine Raugh Keith. He married Ella Dee Martin in 1950 at Paragould Ark. She survives. Other loving survivors include a son, Dennis M. Keith and his wife, Jeanne, of Jackson; two grandchildren, Kristina Keith of Savannah, GA, and David Keith of Jackson; two step-grandchildren, Melissa Craft and Danielle Seabaugh of Jackson; two step-grandchildren, Austin Seabaugh and Caleb Craft of Jackson; and a half brother, Richard Weitzel of Utah. He was preceded in death by two half-sisters. Donald served in the United States Navy during World War II, serving in the European, North African, and the Asiatic Pacific Theaters from March 1944 through May 1946. He was a member of First Baptist Church of Jackson, Altenthal Joerns American Legion Post 158 in Jackson, V.F.W. Post 3838 in Cape Girardeau, and was an honorary member of the Local I.B. E. W. #702 in West Frankfort, Illinois. He was also a member of Excelsior Masonic Lodge #441 in Jackson, 32nd degree Scottish Rite, Order of Eastern Star, and the Sword of Bunker Hill. He was employed with Missouri Utilities Co. as a Journeyman Lineman from 1952 till 1963, and was a business representative for Local 702 I.B.E.W. from 1963 till retiring in 1988. Friends may call Friday, February 6, between 4-8 PM, at the McCombs Funeral Home in Jackson. A Masonic Service will be held at 7:00 PM. Funeral Service will be Saturday, February 7, at 11:00 AM, at the Funeral Home with Rev. Carter Frey officiating. Interment will follow in Russell Heights with graveside military honors. Expressions of sympathy may take the form of contributions to First Baptist Church of Jackson or the Kidney Foundation. Harold J. Enke Visitation: Monday, February 2nd, between 4-8 PM, at the McCombs Funeral Home in Cape Girardeau Service: Tuesday, February 3rd, at 11:00 AM, at the funeral home Harold J. Enke, 86, of Cape Girardeau, passed away Saturday, January 31, 2004, at St. Francis Medical Center in Cape Girardeau. He was born November 15, 1917, in St. Louis, son of Walter J. and Linda P. Wachter Enke. He and Rosa A. Perr were married September 27, 1941, at New Wells. She passed away March 14, 1998. Harold graduated from the former Altenburg Public High School. From 1942 – 1982, he worked at the former L.H. Landgraf Lumber Company in Cape Girardeau, during which time he also worked as a carpenter. He then worked four years at Wunderlich Real Estate in Cape Girardeau. He had been a member of Hanover Lutheran Church in Cape Girardeau since 1998. He was active in its men’s club and other church functions. He was a former member of Trinity Lutheran Church in Cape Girardeau, its men’s club where he was awarded his 50-year pin, and was an usher and trustee. Loving survivors include his son and daughter-in-law, Kenneth and Janet Enke of Cape Girardeau; a daughter, Carolyn Rouviere of Cape Girardeau; three brothers, Walter Enke of Altenburg, Calvin Enke of Uniontown, Robert Enke of Columbus, GA; and two sisters, Delphine Kasten and Dorothy Mueller both of St. Louis. Also surviving are three grandchildren, Michael Enke of St. Louis, Michelle Perkins and husband Tom of Raleigh, NC, Christine Gaither of Cincinnati, OH; and two great-grandchildren, Jacob and Isabella Perkins. He was preceded in death by one brother and one sister. Friends may call Monday, February 2nd, between 4-8 PM, at the McCombs Funeral Home in Cape Girardeau. Funeral Service will be Tuesday, February 3rd, at 11:00 AM, at the funeral home, with Rev. Daniel Hackney officiating. Entombment will follow in Memorial Park Mausoleum. Expressions of sympathy may take the form of contributions to the Hanover Lutheran Building Fund; the Lutheran Home; or Saxony Lutheran High School. Rose Marie Hecht Visitation: Monday, February 2nd, between 4-8 PM, at the McCombs Funeral Home in Jackson Service: after 9:30 AM Tuesday, February 3rd, at the Immanuel Lutheran Church at New Wells Rose Marie Hecht, age 68, of Jackson, passed away Sunday, February 01, 2004, at the Lutheran Home in Cape Girardeau. She was born June 10, 1935 at Shawneetown, daughter of Otto and Rosa Roth. On May 8, 1954, she married Melvin Hecht. He preceded her in death on September 13, 1994. Mrs. Hecht was baptized and confirmed at Trinity Lutheran Church at Shawneetown. She has been a member of the Immanuel Lutheran Church at New Wells for many years. She and her husband owned and operated a dairy farm at Shawneetown. Loving survivors include her son and Daughter-in-law Ron and Sheila Hecht of Jackson; four grandchildren, Donald Clippard II, Crystal Guilliams and husband Wade, Amy Clippard, and Kacie Marie Hecht; five great-grandchildren, Tray Blair, Payne Guilliams, Indiha Clippard, Piper Guilliams and Flint Guilliams; a sister, Irma Wallis and husband Ted of St. Louis; and a brother-in-law Delmar Hutteger of Jackson. She was preceded in death by three sisters, Viola White, Irene Hutteger, and Hilda Kolaks. Friends may call Monday, February 2nd, between 4-8 PM, at the McCombs Funeral Home in Jackson, and after 9:30 AM Tuesday, February 3rd, at the Immanuel Lutheran Church at New Wells. Funeral Service will be held at 10:30 AM, Tuesday at the Church, with Rev. Walter Patzwitz officiating. Interment will follow in church cemetery. Expressions of sympathy may take the form of contributions to Immanuel Lutheran Church at New Wells. Michael Curtis Heaton Visitation: 4-5 PM Tuesday, February 3, 2004, at the McCombs Funeral Home in Jackson Service: 5:00 PM Tuesday, February 3, 2004 at the funeral home in Jackson Michael Curtis Heaton, age 17, of Jackson, passed away Saturday, January 31, 2004 at the St. Francis Medical Center in Cape Girardeau. He was born March 8, 1986, the son of Paul and Stephanie Linkenhoker Heaton. Michael was a sophomore at Jackson High School. He and his family moved to Jackson in 1998 from Groton, Connecticut. Loving survivors include his parents of Jackson; one brother Timothy Heaton of Jackson; maternal grandmother, Sandra Linkenhoker of Newton, NC; paternal grandparents Herbert and Enid Heaton of Columbia Crossroads, PA; four aunts, two uncles and one cousin. Friends may call between 4-5 PM Tuesday, February 3, 2004, at the McCombs Funeral Home in Jackson. Memorial Service will be held at 5 PM at the Funeral Home, with Rev. Raymond McAfee officiating. .

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